Characteristics of Living Things

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Which characteristic is NOT essential for an organism to be considered living?

Consumption of other organisms (correct)
Ability to reproduce
Maintenance of homeostasis
Capacity to adapt to their environment

An organism's ability to maintain a stable internal environment, even when external conditions change, is known as adaptation.

False (B)

Briefly explain how the ability to respond to the environment is crucial for an organism's survival.

Responding to the environment allows organisms to detect and react to potential threats or opportunities, such as finding food or avoiding predators, thereby increasing their chances of survival.

The process by which organisms use energy to carry out life functions is known as ________.

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Match the following characteristics of life with their descriptions:

<p>Reproduction = The process by which new organisms are generated. Growth and Development = Changes that occur during an organism's life, increasing size and complexity. Adaptation = The process of organisms adjusting to their environment, changing over time to suit it. Homeostasis = Maintaining a stable internal environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Made of cells

All living things are composed of one or more cells, the basic units of life.

Need energy (metabolize)

Living organisms require energy to perform various life processes.

Grow and develop

Living things increase in size or complexity over time.

Reproduce

Living organisms create new individuals, either sexually or asexually.

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Adapt to their environment

Living things can adjust to changes in their surroundings.

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Study Notes

Living things are composed of cells.
Living things require energy and perform metabolic processes.
Living things grow and develop throughout their life cycle.
Living things reproduce, creating offspring.
Living things adapt to their surroundings.
Living things maintain homeostasis, balancing essential life functions.
Living things respond to environmental stimuli.

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Discover the defining characteristics of living organisms. Learn about cellular composition, energy requirements, growth, reproduction, adaptation, homeostasis, and response to stimuli. Explore the fundamental traits that distinguish life.